Dr. Yasmin Moll

Biography

Yasmin Moll is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. She holds a PhD in Anthropology from New York University and has a rich background in Middle East studies and cultural anthropology. Her research interests encompass the intersections of religion, media, and politics within the Middle East and North Africa. She is a visual multimodal ethnographer, focusing on the social life of Islamic religious broadcasts, particularly following the 2011 Tahrir Square uprising in Egypt. Her work critically examines how Islamic media is shaped by and shapes the experiences of ordinary individuals, contributing to discourses around religious identity and belonging. Notable publications include articles in prestigious journals addressing Islamic media production and various aspects of religious secularism in contemporary contexts. In addition to her research, Professor Moll is dedicated to enhancing teaching methodologies in anthropological studies, engaging students through interdisciplinary courses that examine ethnography, digital cultures, and the complexities of olfactory culture. She aims to foster an interactive and collaborative learning environment, cultivating critical thinking and a nuanced understanding of cultural issues among her students.

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